Low Fat Kwek Kwek
Transform your favorite Filipino street food into a guilt-free snack with this Low Fat Kwek Kwek recipe! Perfectly boiled quail eggs are coated in a vibrant, turmeric-spiced batter made with low-fat all-purpose flour and baked to golden, crispy perfection—no deep frying required. This oven-baked twist retains all the savory goodness of traditional kwek kwek while slashing the fat content, thanks to minimal oil and a light cooking spray. Ready in under 35 minutes, this healthier version is perfect for anyone seeking a quick, flavorful snack or appetizer. Serve with tangy vinegar dipping sauce or your go-to low-cal condiments for a delicious, crowd-pleasing treat that doesn’t compromise on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces quail eggs
- 0.5 cup low-fat all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.75 cup water
- cooking spray
Instructions
Begin by boiling the quail eggs in a pot of water for about 3-5 minutes until they are fully cooked. Drain the hot water and transfer the eggs to a bowl of cold water to cool them down quickly, making them easier to peel.
Once cooled, gently peel the shells off the quail eggs and set them aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, turmeric powder, salt, and ground black pepper.
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to create a smooth and thick batter. The batter should stick to the back of a spoon without being too runny.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly coat the parchment with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Dip each peeled quail egg into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Use a fork or skewer to lift each egg out of the batter.
Arrange the coated eggs spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the tops of the eggs with cooking spray to achieve a crispy exterior.
Bake the kwek kwek in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the coating turns golden brown and crispy.
Once cooked, remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Serve the low-fat kwek kwek with a side of vinegar dipping sauce or your favorite low-calorie condiments for a delicious treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.2 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 912 mg | 304% | |
| Sodium | 1795 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 297 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
